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SA56 KAE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,523 mi
Last recorded84,523 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 KAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 84,523 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 75,219 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight play at n/s steering arm

Pass 17 Oct 2018 68,309 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 63,256 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 52,495 miles

covers over engine bay and under vehicle

Pass 22 Sep 2015 45,798 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 44,449 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 40,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 40,196 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 35,233 miles

Advise front discs corroded on inner surface

Fail 2 Oct 2012 35,233 miles

Advise front discs corroded on inner surface

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 29,518 miles

Advise rear centre stop light disconnected inside boot trim

Fail 26 Sep 2011 29,508 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 20,970 miles

High level stop lamp inop

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 13,859 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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SA56 KAE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA56 KAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA56 KAE registered?

SA56 KAE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is SA56 KAE safe to buy?

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